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  • Paperback: 288 pages
  • Publisher: Howard Books; Reprint edition (March 6, 2012)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1439190631
  • ISBN-13: 978-1439190630
  • Product Dimensions: 5.5 x 0.7 x 8.4 inches
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  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (342 customer reviews)
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3.0 out of 5 starsInteresting story, but presented in a choppy way
By Rachel Taylor on August 29, 2012
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I am not sure why I picked up A Love That Multiplies by Michelle and Jim Bob Duggar. Up until Tuesday, when I caught a 19 Kids and Counting marathon on TLC, I've never watched the show before, nor read their previous books. But their philosophies on children and child-rearing and their faith intrigued me, so I picked this book up.

The book is not so much a memoir, as an up-close, conversational look at the Duggar family's daily life, and the events surrounding young Josie's birth. Topics range from managing the home and packing for trips, to homeschooling such a large group, to taking care of bad behavior from young ones at the first incident. Interspersed between each section and story is a favorite recipe, a list of snacks, or general home management tips.

They talk a lot about their faith, which is a very central part of their lives, and I can appreciate the way that it is really shaped their decisions as a family. Michelle and Jim Bob do not just say that children are a gift from the Lord, they live their lives as a testament to that as they arrange their days to teach their children and to spend time with them. Based on this book, it would appear that although the Duggar children may have some pretty strict rules on internet usage, and they may not own the latest and greatest gadgets, the Duggar children develop practical life skills and conflict resolutions skills from incredibly early age, making them more mature than their peers.

The writing was okay, more conversational in nature which doesn't always translate well to the page. There was also the assumption that the reader had both watched 19 Kids and Counting or read their previous book, as they made many references to the show, or referred to things they had shared in their previous book.Read more ›
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5.0 out of 5 starsIf you love the Duggars, you'll love this book!
By Allison Wonderland on June 14, 2011
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This book provides deeper, more emotional insight into the Duggar family than their first book, which provided more information about their daily lives. What I liked best about this book was that Michelle and Jim Bob let their opinions be known a little more openly; there was less sugarcoating when it came to religiously significant topics. For example, they gave a name of a website and said its contents prove why "evolution is impossible." While I disagree with the statement, I applaud Michelle and Jim Bob for their brevity and sincerity. There were other instances of that throughout the book and it made for an interesting read. I love the Duggars and their books because it is a breath of fresh air to learn about a family focused on simply being nice to each other. An enjoyable and uplifting read!
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3.0 out of 5 starsNot Much New Information
By Lisa on June 7, 2011
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I have to admit, I watch the Duggars' TV show. So I was pretty interested to read this book. I tend to find the Duggars' religious beliefs a bit extreme, and there is certainly a lot of preaching in this book. It does make sense though, as their religion is their whole life. The first section of this book covers Michelle's pre-eclampsia and Josie's emergency delivery. There's not really anything new there if you have seen their TV show.

The rest of the book covers their philosophies for parenting and life in general. These are heavily influenced by Bill Gothard and his IBLP. Their beliefs fall under what I would label as (in the words of my nephew) "super mega extreme" conservatism. Once again, there is very little in here that you don't already know if you watch their TV show. A few interesting notes for me was that Michelle and Jim Bob both readily admit that they do get upset and have (in the past anyway) even raised their voices. Shocking, I know. However, it does make them seem a little more human. Perhaps the most compelling thing in the book is Michelle describing what it was like to learn her father was dying while Josie was also fighting for her life. This part was actually a very beautiful example of how her life and beliefs helped to bolster her in a very low point of her life.

There is some useful advice. For example, Michelle discusses taking care of needs and/or bad behavior when it first appears instead of letting it go and potentially become a bigger problem. However, for every useful idea, there are several things that appear not as good to me. Blanket training was a concept I took issue with. I have a 17 month old, and I find it vastly unrealistic to think that he should be able to sit on a blanket and not move for an hour or so.Read more ›
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2.0 out of 5 starsJudgmental and Unlikeable
By Jessica S. on April 15, 2014
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This book does give you an upclose look at the Duggar family's beliefs and practices; however, once you "get to know them" through the book, you might find that you don't actually like them very much.

They lob plenty of judgment around, mostly at women -- everything from blaming cervical cancer patients for their disease, to describing the "code word" they use when scantily clad girls and women are around, to discussing why they don't allow their children to become friends with people from other religious backgrounds (because Jesus told us to make disciples, not friends!).

It also becomes apparent that the older children, especially the older girls, are actually responsible for most of the day-to-day work that keeps the family going, from doing the shopping and the packing to grading the younger kids' schoolwork. One happy little story describes a teenage girl becoming physically ill from stress after being forced to drive alone, in the rain, with her younger siblings in the car for many hours. Not exactly the fun and happy childhood you see on their TV show!

If you're interested in knowing how this big family works, and what they actually believe, this book is brutally honest. You'll definitely get an inside look at them. Just be prepared -- you might find out more than you want to.
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